Zoe Stephens, a British tour guide, argues that misconceptions about North Korea misrepresent the actual daily life of its citizens. After 30 visits since 2016, she portrays the country as 'normal', showcasing local human interactions and beautiful rural hikes. Despite accusations of spreading propaganda on TikTok, she urges tourists to understand that people in North Korea engage in regular life activities. Her tours include strict rules to ensure safety and respect towards the leadership imagery, emphasizing a more nuanced view of the nation as opposed to prevalent stereotypes of poverty and oppression.
Zoe emphasizes showing the human side of North Korea, countering stereotypes of starvation and escape with depictions of daily life and local culture.
She notes the importance of following strict guidelines to ensure safety during tours, including respectful photography of leader's imagery and military.
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